Dear Friend,
Welcome to September 2026!
Let us continually give God thanks, for He has been our very present help in times of trouble throughout the years. As Psalm 46:1 declares, “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.”
Beloved, when everything around us is constantly changing and the world seems to be getting darker, it is time to make a firm and permanent decision to remain on the side of Jesus Christ. He remains the same, and His light continues to shine even as the darkness increases. “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today and forever” (Hebrews 13:8).
Do not allow indecisiveness to cause you to become entangled in the instability, confusion, and darkness of this present world. The Bible reminds us, “No one can serve two masters…” (Matthew 6:24). Let your position in Christ be firm, unwavering, and permanent.
There are increasing anxieties about tomorrow, but God wants to reassure us that our tomorrow is in His capable hands. He cares for His children and knows exactly what we need. Jesus said, “Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about its own things. Sufficient for the day is its own trouble” (Matthew 6:34).
Beloved, wherever you find yourself, ensure that you are firmly positioned in the presence of the Most High God, abiding in His secret place, especially in these last days.
When you dwell in God’s presence, you will hear His voice and receive His guidance for your life and your daily needs. “He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty” (Psalm 91:1).
Consider Elijah. In 1 Kings 17:1, he stood before the Lord and boldly declared God’s word during a time of impending drought. Afterward, God instructed him where to go, and Elijah obeyed. The Lord provided for him supernaturally through the ravens and later through the widow of Zarephath (1 Kings 17:2–16). Elijah continued to hear from God, and at the appointed time, he positioned himself in prayer for the restoration of rain (1 Kings 18:41–45).
Beloved, we need to hear from God, our Commander in Chief, so that we may know what and how to pray for our families, the Body of Christ, and the nations.
Jeremiah asked:
“For who has stood in the counsel of the Lord,
And has perceived and heard His word?
Who has marked His word and heard it?”
(Jeremiah 23:18)
And again:
“But if they had stood in My counsel,
And had caused My people to hear My words,
Then they would have turned them from their evil way
And from the evil of their doings.”
(Jeremiah 23:22)
Romans 8:14 declares, “For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, these are sons of God.”
As we remain in His presence, we will hear His heart concerning His everlasting love for humanity and His commission to us. Jesus has commanded us to “…make disciples of all the nations…” (Matthew 28:19). We are called to continue the ministry of reconciliation, helping people to be reconciled to God through Christ (2 Corinthians 5:18–20).
Beloved, throughout this month, keep your permanent position in Christ until He returns. Remain steadfast, obedient, prayerful, and faithful to the Great Commission. Do not be moved by the darkness around you; let the light of Christ shine through you.
Seek, Save, and Make Disciples of All The Nations.
May you experience the many benefits and blessings of dwelling in God’s presence throughout this month and beyond.
Psalm 91:1–2
“He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High
Shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty.
I will say of the Lord, ‘He is my refuge and my fortress;
My God, in Him I will trust.’”
May you remain firmly positioned in the secret place of the Most High. May His presence guide you, His Word strengthen you, His Spirit lead you, and His protection surround you throughout this month and beyond.
Have a blessed and glorious month.
Remain in God’s presence, remain in God’s Word, and remain steadfast in Jesus Christ.
God’s handmaiden
